We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Architect based in Riyadh to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide security architecture. The ideal candidate will drive strategic cybersecurity initiatives, develop robust security frameworks, and ensure alignment with business objectives while adhering to industry best practices and standards.
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Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or Information Systems.
- 12–15 years of experience in enterprise security architecture.
- Hands-on expertise in Zero Trust, Cloud Security, SABSA, NIST, TOGAF, COBIT.
- Experience designing hybrid IT architectures (multi-cloud, on-premises).
- Strong skills in architecture governance, advisory, and stakeholder management.
- Proven ability to develop security roadmaps, reference architectures, and blueprints.
- Strategic thinker with strong leadership and communication skills.
- Experienced in large-scale security architecture implementations.
- Able to translate complex business and security requirements into actionable architecture and controls.
- Familiar with hybrid IT environments and advanced cloud security design.
Certifications (highly desirable):
- CISSP, CISM
- SABSA Practitioner/Architect
- TOGAF Certified
- Cloud Security Certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Zero Trust Architecture certifications
Preference will be given to Saudi nationals.
